Dog Friendly Restaurants in Big Canoe, GA

The River Street Tavern is a local hangout with rotating beers on tap "where everyone knows your name." The food menu is loaded with favorites like wings, burgers, chicken tenders, grilled chicken sandwiches, and the famous Greek salad with blackened Mahi. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables.

The Roof is a southern rooftop kitchen and bar in Ellijay, GA, with mountain views. The outdoor dining areas with misters, fans and heaters is dog friendly. The lunch and dinner menus feature customer favorites like bologna sliders, half-braised chicken and grilled salmon.

Offering a modern, upscale twist to the neighborhood tavern, The Old Mulehouse serves a chef-driven menu with a full cocktail bar featuring beer and wine from across Georgia. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly patio.

This friendly neighborhood bar and grill features a wide selection of beer on tap, chicken cheese nachos, jumbo wings, Italian sausage sandwiches, bison burgers, chopped steak, and grilled wild-caught salmon. Covered outdoor dining area welcomes dogs.

Cantaberry Restaurant in Ellijay, GA, welcomes Fido on their covered patio, equipped with fans for warmer weather. They're known for homemade soups, gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, and decadent desserts. Popular menu items include tomato basil soup, chicken salad, Reuben sandwiches, burgers, and house-made cakes.

Riverstone Corner Bistro serves up delicious, mouthwatering dishes with enough variety to please everyone in your party. Choose from menu options like appetizers, soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, seafood, steak, wings, quiche, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a sparkling wine and an order of fried green tomatoes topped with goat cheese, bacon, and a Georgia peach chutney. Next, sink your teeth into the house favorite RCB Burger - a farm to table beef patty topped with romaine, red onion, tomato, housemade roasted garlic aioli, and the condiments of your choice atop a butter-toasted kaiser roll. This family owned and operated bistro is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 9:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:00pm.

Bigun's Barbeque is a laid-back bbq joint in Talking Rock, GA serving up protein-laden plates of hickory-smoked barbecue and homestyle sides. In addition to smoked meats like pork, brisket, ribs, chicken, turkey and sausage, Bigun's also offers cooked-to-order fried apple pies, homemade chocolate chips, jams, jellies and chow chow. Dogs may join you at outdoor tables on the covered patio. While table service is not available, Bigun's offers a convenient outdoor ordering station that allows for you to order without leaving Fido behind. Once you've ordered, someone will bring your order to the table.

Serving up fresh seafood is what Last Catch does best, offering menu items like fried platters, blackened platters, broiled platters, stuffed crab, oysters, fish sandwiches, she-crab soup, and more. Dogs are welcome at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables,

Mountain Town Coffee at Hemlock Bazaar is a dog-friendly coffeehouse in Ellijay, GA. Two- and four-legged friends can enjoy a seat outside in the courtyards while nibbling on delicious food and sipping specialty coffee drinks. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables in three pet-friendly seating areas.

Gasthaus Le Cafe serves authentic German fare prepared by an amazing chef. Dogs are allowed in the outdoor beer garden too!

Dominic's Wood Fired is an eatery in Ball Ground, GA, where Fido's welcome on the outdoor patio. Known for classic New York–style pies, they offer a wide menu of hand-tossed and Sicilian pizzas along with calzones, strombolis, subs, wings, and pasta dishes like lasagna and chicken Alfredo. Popular options include meat lovers pizza, buffalo chicken pizza, garlic knots, and cheesesteak subs, all made with fresh ingredients and house-made dough.

The Butcher and Bottle offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in downtown Elijay, GA. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy food and drinks on the partially-shaded courtyard patio. Menu options include oysters, salads, burgers, salmon, pasta, steak, brunch and more. A full bar is also available.

Cartecay River Pizza Company is a pet-friendly eatery in Ellijay, GA. Your leashed four-legged family member is welcome to join you for a meal at an umbrella-shaded table in front of their establishment. They specialize in wood-fired brick oven pizza, subs, salads and pasta. Gluten-free options are also available.

El Jinete Mexican Restaurant is a dog-friendly restaurant in Dawsonville, GA, where Fido is welcome at outdoor tables. Choose from the Mexican menu options including salads, nachos, fajitas, quesadillas, nachos, tacos, steak, chicken, pork, seafood, and more.

This popular pizzeria has seven dog-friendly tables outside, so Fido can join you for a slice of pie, a calzone, or an Italian dinner. At Johnny's New York Style Pizza on Quill Drive, the customer is in charge. You can select from a range of toppings to cover your pizza with or stick to a plain old margherita if you'd prefer. If you're tired of making all the tough decisions, like does pepperoni really go with olives? Then, let their trained pizza chefs decide, and select one of the specialty pizzas on the menu, such as the veggie deluxe, topped with onions, green peppers, mushrooms, fresh spinach, sliced tomatoes, and green and black olives.

Talking Rock Brewery is a North Georgia brewery with pet-friendly outdoor seating. The brewery itself is located inside a refurbished railcar, and they frequently host live music and food trucks.

Rick Tanner's is a pet-friendly restaurant associated with Cherry Street Brewing in Cumming, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. Rick Tanner's offers fish tacos, pulled pork sandwiches, ribs and more. Guests can also enjoy specialty sides. Be sure to pair your meal with a craft brew from Cherry Street Brewing next door.

Roo Mountain Vineyards is a pet-friendly, 21+ destination located near downtown Ellijay, GA. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome outdoors on the patios, where visitors can sip on curated wines and ciders. Grab a quick bite from The Coop food truck or The Roost bistro, offering Appalachian-inspired mountain cuisine.

Kani House is a dog-friendly restaurant in Dawsonville, GA where Fido can join you at an outdoor table during the summer months. The menu features a variety of sushi, vegetarian rolls, cooked to order hibachi dinners, including salmon, tilapia, shrimp, scallops, and lobster.

Boardwalk Pizza & Pub in Ellijay, GA, is dog-friendly and welcomes Fido to a shaded table on the outdoor deck. Open for lunch and dinner, the menu features specialty pizzas or create-your-own options. Pair your favorite pizza with a pint of beer or a glass of wine.